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Do we need to open two separate bank accounts for our visa, and will that involve paying two agent fees?

Lyndon ************

Yes, you need two accounts. You might get a small reduction frim the agent on the second account. Circa ฿5k each.

It is possible to do yourself but a right pain in the ass finding a willing bank manager.

a year ago

How do I change my 90-day NON-O visa to a retirement visa in Thailand and where should I go for this?

Lyndon ************

You would use the office your stay is registered with.

With regard to your visa 90, which visa is it? there are many and many people call them misleading short names. And they have different steps forward to a 12 month extension.

Non-o, non-oa, tr60+30 and others.

Which specific visa are you on?

a year ago

What are some recommended hotels in Kanchanaburi for a budget of around 800 BHT per night?

Lyndon ************

In order of price, ^first

Good Times has pools

Pong Phen has pool

Smiley Frog. Great garden & view

Sugar Cane. Budget.

a year ago

What are the new rules and requirements for applying for an eVisa in Thailand?

Lyndon ************

If you'd be prepared to deposit ฿800k into a Thai bank you could get a non-o retirement here if over 50 years old, and not have to leave each year when you extend again. Alternatively there's many a visa agent that can help for a fee.

a year ago

What documents are required to apply for the first extension of a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

Lyndon ************

Depends which type of non-o it is.

Very different requirements

a year ago

Can I apply for a second Thai tourist visa at the Thai embassy in Vientiane before my current visa expires?

Lyndon ************

Just checking, Apr 28th is the stamp admitted until date in your passport not the last day your visa is valid for entry?

a year ago

What is the best route for crossing from Wang Prachan, Thailand to Malaysia using public transport?

Lyndon ************

I'd get to the Thai mainland, then take the train or minivan south to Hat Yai, cross the border on the train at Padang Besar and take the train south through Malaysia.

This is a useful group full of train info

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a year ago

What are the best options for extending a stay in Thailand considering visa rules?

Lyndon ************

@Boonlert *****

I used Chiang Wattana IO in Bangkok. Yes it's huge, but it was very efficient and well organised. I was normally seen within minutes of my appointment time and out in less than an hour. No agent needed, it would probably take a similar amount of time and effort but be paying much more.

a year ago

Do I need to deposit all 800,000 baht in cash to open a bank account in Thailand, or can I use a wire transfer?

Lyndon ************

Depending on the immigration office you use, they may ask for proof that your funds were transfered in from outside of Thailand.

a year ago

What are the rules for border bounces by sea in Thailand?

Lyndon ************

@Todd ********

with regard to is the immigration office on the land, all immigration offices are, even the ones for entry by air...

a year ago